Could the Scottish Government entice all the disenfranchised medical personnel that the Tories want rid of to fill the gaps in our own health service? – W Horne, Leven
Absolutely. You see, Scotland, like many nations, was built and maintained by immigrants. It seems somewhat unfashionable to mention this in modern times, but there’s no escaping it. Immigrants, not politicians, make Scotland great.
The problem here, once again, is that Scotland is currently under the stranglehold of Westminster noodleheads and, as such, guilty by association when Westminster decides to attempt to redefine xenophobia as “patriotism”. In reality, an independent Scotland would benefit greatly from trained foreign doctors. Nicola Sturgeon has already stated that foreign-born doctors will be welcome in Scotland, and we, as citizens, must ensure that this promise is kept.
You’re probably aware that Westminster Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt has outlined plans for NHS England to be “self-sufficient” within a few years. This is undeniably a major insult to the foreign doctors who have spent decades saving lives across the United Kingdom.
Anyone with any sort of belief in human rights should be angered by this stance on fellow humans. We, as a soon-to-be independent nation, cannot stay silent on this matter. As much as Theresa May and her terrible troupe of Tories would like to deny it, every person on this Earth is a citizen of the world. As such, they should expect to be allowed to move through it without fear of demonisation or abuse. If Westminster is going to persist with its xenophobic “patriotism”, Scotland should be more than happy to offer jobs to the foreign workers shunned by their adopted homes. After all, unlike politicians, doctors actually make a noticeable contribution to the welfare of society. Wouldn’t it make more sense to deport the careerist politicians?
Trident plan needs a sub
Since Brexit, sterling has devalued, making Trident 25 per cent more expensive. Should England and Wales pay the extra? – @sporan1314
Well, this is certainly applying a dangerous level of logic to the situation. As it stands, Scotland is going to be expected to cough up billions of pounds to pay for both Brexit and Trident.
This would seem rational and fair had Scotland actually voted for either of these things – but we didn’t. For Scotland, weighing up a hard or soft Brexit is like choosing between a plane crash or having your balls nailed to a chair. This is, of course, a massive exaggeration – Scotland doesn’t have a choice between a hard or soft Brexit.
Interestingly, Stephen Hawking considers Brexit voters to be a contributing factor to the self-destruction of humanity. Back in July, he was quoted as saying that the “envy and isolationism” behind Brexit makes him pessimistic for our future. With that in mind, consider the overlap of hard Brexit supporters with those in favour of renewing Trident.
Two sides of the same repugnant coin
Worryingly, most of the men advocating this hard Brexit probably require Viagra, and, even more disturbingly, seem incredibly fond of nuclear missiles. It doesn’t take Sigmund Freud to work it out. Scotland shouldn’t have to pay for another nation’s sexual insecurities.What does Nigel Farage hope to achieve by defending Trump? - @ColinD66
FARAGE does not achieve – he destroys. In a move that seems vaguely reminiscent of Piers Morgan legging it to America following the phone hacking scandal, Nigel has bolted to the US following the Brexit vote. The ego-driven wrongdoing has been committed, and now Farage is looking to avoid responsibility by making gains across the Atlantic. He has attached himself to the Trump campaign like a repugnant bloodsucker, and this is perfectly understandable when you consider the illicit ichor Farage needs to survive.
Nigel and Trump share an incredibly similar delusion that there was ever a time where men could behave as they do and not be lambasted as disrespectful, abusive greedheads. Sadly, this is a delusion that both men have gotten many more bigots to believe in, and it’s most certainly why they have joined forces. After all, Trump no doubt became enamoured with Farage when he sailed the UK straight into the Brexit iceberg. A few internet clicks later, and the Donald was surely pleased to discover that Farage also drapes hate, misogyny and racism in a red, white and blue flag.
Regardless of the US election result, it would seem extremely likely that Donald Trump will remain a voice for regressive narcissism in one form or another. This voice will still allow him to live a gluttonous, shameless lifestyle that, barring some extreme legal action, will remain as prominent and profitable as ever. Farage clearly has zero interest in making the world a better place, but he seems readily willing to make it a better place for monstrous creatures such as himself and Donald Trump. Birds of a feather flock together, and these two men are vultures of the worst kind.
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